Southeast Technical College Sioux Falls, South Dakota

The Surgical Tech program at Southeast Technical College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become vital members of the surgical team. Over the course of approximately two years (often an Associate of Applied Science degree), students learn about surgical procedures, anatomy and physiology, sterile technique, instrument handling, and patient safety. The program emphasizes hands-on training, with students spending significant time in simulated operating room environments practicing essential skills. Clinical rotations are a crucial component, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real surgical settings alongside experienced professionals. Upon graduation, students are typically eligible to sit for the national certification exam to become a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and other healthcare facilities, assisting surgeons and other medical personnel throughout the surgical process. This program is designed to prepare students for a fast-paced, rewarding career in the operating room, where they play a critical role in ensuring patient safety and successful surgical outcomes.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Southeast Technical College on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.